Mr. Ling is a Red Chinese expert
in nuclear fission who is sent to the USA to oversee Goldfinger's use of the
atomic bomb. It is during Goldfinger's secret conversation with Mr. Ling that
James Bond overhears the billionaire describe his plans for 'Operation Grand
Slam'. Ling is eventually double-crossed and murdered by Goldfinger during the
battle inside Fort Knox.

Actor Burt Kwouk made another appearance
in a Bond film, 'You Only Live Twice', playing one of Blofeld's henchmen. However,
he is best known for playing Cato, the wacky manservant to Peter Sellers' Inspecter
Clouseau in 'The Pink Panther' films.